Peacock, yarn, coffee, and Spring

The Time is Now: Early (and Overdue) Spring Cleanout

It’s the end of February already, though this month felt sometimes like 12 years and sometimes…

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Cold Winter Day

Breaking the Silence: The Answer is the Call to Empowerment

As I hibernate under warm blankets with hot coffee, I reflect on the chaos around us.…

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Bergen-Belsen Concentration Camp Memorial (Norbert Nagel / Wikimedia Commons / License: CC BY-SA 3.0)

Unique Power of Memory: Silenced Voices of the Holocaust

Bergen-Belsen, the concentration camp and place of remembrance that transformed our understanding of history and ignited…

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Ice Storms and Wild Fire Extremes

Finding Unity: Mindfulness in the Face of Adversity

Mindfulness is crucial in adversity, and finding unity in the face of adversity is essential. Let's…

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Graphic Rendering of Walking the Road to Hope in a Divided World

Foster Hope and Stay Positive in a Divided World

Amidst the chaos, there lies a call for kindness, respect, and unity. Join me in exploring…

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Photo of a volleyball against the net

A Spike in Time: Great Women’s Volleyball Memories

It was a beautiful moment to see the Italian Women's Volleyball team win the gold medal…

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Photo of a cup of coffee in a cheerful setting

There is Nothing Like Being Startled Awake By Tornado Sirens

Reflections on life's moments and challenges, including a memorable birthday marked by tornado sirens and the…

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Total Solar Eclipse in a breaking of the clouds over Dallas, TX in 2024

Unforgettable Moments: The Total Solar Eclipse Experience

Experiencing the total solar eclipse in person, in its path of totality, was one of my…

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Thank You in Different Languages over a Blue Heart on Dark Background

Reflecting on Two Years of Blogging: a Thankful Perspective

Two weeks ago, the blog's second anniversary came and went quietly, though the emotions were many…

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